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Homemade Biscuits

Buttery and flaky Homemade Biscuits made from scratch! So easy to make and delicious for any breakfast, side dish, or treat.
Course Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword homemade biscuits
Prep Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 10 people
Calories 315kcal
Author Jennifer

Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons instant yeast or 2 packets
  • ½ cup warm water
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ cups milk boiled and cooled to lukewarm
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • teaspoon malt powder
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 Tablespoons melted butter for brushing

Instructions

  • In a medium-size pot, over medium-high, add the milk, bring it to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm. Once the milk is cooled down, add the water and the yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, add the flour, sugar, salt, and malt powder. Using the hook attachment or by hand, add in the melted butter and mix. Add the milk and eggs. Mix until the dough does not stick to the sides of the bowl. About 5-8 minutes of kneading the dough.
  • Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for a few more minutes.
  • Spray a large bowl with cooking spray, place dough into the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1 hour at room temperature or until it doubles in size.
  • Take off the plastic wrap and punch your dough, pour it out on a floured surface, cut the dough into 40 even pieces, and shape them into balls.
  • Place them on a lined sheet tray, cover them with plastic wrap, and let them rise for 30-40 minutes or until double in size.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F and bake for 15-18 minutes or until tops are golden brown.
  • Brush each bun with melted butter, and serve with cinnamon butter.

Notes

  • Cold Ingredients. Cold butter and cold milk help create a flaky texture in biscuits. Chill your butter and liquid ingredients before using them.
  • Don't overmix. Overmixing the dough can lead to tough biscuits. Mix the dough just until it comes together and then stop!
  • Parchment Paper. Use a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the biscuits from sticking.
  • Brush with butter. For extra flavor and a golden brown finish, brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter right when they come out of the oven.
  • Rest. Let the biscuits rest for a few minutes before serving to allow them to set.
  • Cinnamon Butter. Serve with Land O Lakes Cinnamon Sugar Butter for a tasty treat.

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 492mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 3mg